Duckworth: Do not Grade Schools on Grit

Posted on April 7, 2016March 3, 2020 by coreeducation

In a recent New York Times opinion piece, Angela Duckworth, founder and scientific director of the Character Lab and the author of the forthcoming book Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance, recommends against using the results of character surveys for school accountability. A short excerpt from Mrs. Duckworth follows: Over the past few years, Read more about Duckworth: Do not Grade Schools on Grit[…]

The 2016 Schools of Character application is now open!

Posted on August 26, 2015August 16, 2015 by coreeducation

The Schools of Character program has provided hundreds of schools with a framework and professional feedback that has improved their school culture and climate. In a more supportive environment, students thrive and schools see increased academic achievement and decreased behavioral issues. Every school can and should become a school of character. Apply to join the Read more about The 2016 Schools of Character application is now open![…]